EXPRESSION
/ɪkˈsprɛʃ ən/ [ik-SPRESH-uh n] (n.)
– an indication or display of one’s feelings
Example: He had a tired expression on his face after the race.
Additional info: It can also mean a word or group of words.
BEHAVIOR
/bɪˈheɪv yər/ [bih-HEYV-yer] (n.)
– the way humans or animals act
Example: Talking with others is natural behavior among people.
Additional info: Synonyms for behavior include conduct and deeds.
SIMILAR
/ˈsɪm ə lər/ [SIM-uh-ler] (adj.)
– being alike or being the same
Example: Because they are brothers, they look similar.
Additional info: Synonyms for similar include comparable and identical.
BURNOUT
/ˈbɜrnˌaʊt/ [BURN-out] (n.)
– tiredness or frustration from stress
Example: Some doctors and nurses experience burnout because of their stressful jobs.
Additional info: Synonyms for burnout include exhaustion and weariness.
AFFECT
/əˈfɛkt/ [uh-FEKT ] (v.)
– to produce an effect in something
Example: Going through a tragedy can negatively affect someone.
Additional info: It may also mean “to produce strong emotions.”
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